Port Stephens News Of The Area 04 JUNE 2026

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Medowie Town Centre Masterplan finally endorsed by Port Stephens Council

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after community feedback and is now ready to be put into action to support a growing population of over 20,000 residents by 2041.

“It’s an exciting opportunity for Medowie to move forward into the future,” said Cr Jason Wells.

“One of the most

important aspects for me is creating a main street for Medowie, and I truly do see Ferodale Road [as that].”

The new Medowie town centre will have a plaza, green spaces and parks, mixed-use and residential zones, a playground and even a skatepark, the latter of which has caused some amount of discussion.

After community feedback, the position and design of the skatepark have been revised, and it will now be placed in a location that ensures higher visibility from Ferodale Road.

“It makes sense for skateparks to be located in the CBD of a town where there’s passive surveillance, where parents can go with

their kids to help them build their confidence and new skills,” said Cr Giacomo Arnott.

Cr Paul LeMottee agreed on the point, adding that, “Even if you believe that a skatepark does have the effect of generating some antisocial behaviour from time to time, the more you put it away, the more you

hide it, the more antisocial behaviour it’s going to create.”

Other highlights of the plan include the addition of a community centre and library, as well as the relocation of Medowie’s war memorials to a more central position in the town centre.

Cr Chris Doohan said, “As a proud veteran and passionate

Street Count shows Hunter homelessness steady

NEW data suggests that rates of rough sleeping have remained steady across parts of the Hunter region in the past 12 months, while significant increases have been seen in the MidCoast local government area.

Each year the NSW Government partners with local organisations across the state to complete “street counts” to provide a pointin-time count of the number

of people in a geographical location observed to be experiencing street homelessness.

These organisations include Specialist Homelessness Services, local councils, Community Housing Providers, Aboriginal organisations, local community groups and NSW Police.

The 2026 Street Count was conducted across more

than 461 towns and suburbs in 77 local government areas between 23 February and 19 March.

In Port Stephens, 35 rough sleepers were counted on a single evening, down from 40 in 2025.

Five people were counted in Dungog Shire, down from seven a year prior.

Newcastle recorded the region’s highest numbers

Information is correct at time of printing. For up-to-date information visit Council’s DA Tracker at datracker.portstephens.nsw.gov.au or contact us on 4988 0255.

ADDRESS DA NO. PROPOSAL

TANILBA BAY

61 Tilligerry Track 16-2026-273-1 Detached shed (replace existing) and attached carports

TAYLORS BEACH

8 Bluewater Cl 16-2026-291-1 Proposed recreation facility (indoor) - golf simulator and offices

PLANNING PROPOSAL

NULLA NULLA LANE

A planning proposal has been lodged with Port Stephens Council for 20 Nulla Nulla Lane, Hinton (Lot 327 DP 808038). The planning proposal aims to rezone the site from RU1 Primary Production to R5 Large Lot Residential. If approved, this would enable a rural residential subdivision, subject to a future development application.

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5B Ferodale Rd 16-2026-294-1 Single storey dwelling 9 Sam Ct 16-2026-301-1

If the planning proposal progresses, the application will be sent to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, and will be formally exhibited. This formal exhibition period is when the community can make submissions on the planning proposal for Council’s consideration.

with 66 people sleeping rough, followed by Lake Macquarie with 60.

Further north in the MidCoast LGA, numbers more than doubled in a year - from 27 in 2025 to 63 in 2026.

Minister for Homelessness Rose Jackson said the data collected during the Street Count helped direct government investment where it was

most needed.

"The urgent need to address the root causes of homelessness remains a work in progress to ensure that no one in our community is left behind," Jackson said.

"The data tells us that a lack of affordable housing and high cost of living are the most common drivers, which is exactly why the NSW Government is laser-focused on building more homes as quickly as possible."

Ms Jackson noted that

member of Medowie RSL, the implementation of the war memorial in the amphitheatre is absolutely critical to our town.

“We’re a strong defence town, and having that available for major ceremonies and a place to reflect is critical.”

The endorsed Medowie Town Centre Masterplan can be viewed online at haveyoursay.portstephens. nsw.gov.au/medowie-towncentre-masterplan.

the rate of increase was slowing, pointing to a 34 percent rise in 2023 that eased to eight per cent in 2025 and five percent this year.

"We are making headway, but it won't happen overnight," she said.

Some areas offered cause for cautious optimism, with Sydney's CBD and Byron Bay both recording reductions - regions where government intervention had been concentrated in recent years.

According to the total count, the state's homeless population climbed to 2,308 people - a five percent rise on the previous year.

3M to fight lawsuit over ‘forever chemicals’ at defence sites including Williamtown

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defence sites - including the RAAF base at Williamtown.

The federal government is suing 3M for more than $2 billion to recover costs from the per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in firefighting foam that contaminated 28 defence bases across the country.

The claim, lodged in the Federal Court, alleges 3M withheld a range of information and misrepresented the effects of its aqueous filmforming foam, including environmental risks.

It was the largest legal claim ever brought by the Commonwealth, AttorneyGeneral Michelle Rowland told reporters on Thursday.

"Australians rightly expect their government to

stand up for them and to hold companies accountable when communities and the environment are impacted," she said.

PFAS are a group of about 15,000 toxic synthetic chemicals, used for their resistance to heat, stains and grease.

They have been widely used in products including cookware and firefighting foams, and are often called "forever chemicals" because they don't break down naturally in the environment.

Any recouped money would be used to cover past and future expenses incurred in investigating, managing and remediating contamination resulting from the historical storage and use of the foam.

It has already cost Australian taxpayers

$1.3 billion to respond to PFAS contamination on defence estates and nearby communities, including about $408m in legal settlements.

More than 200,000 tonnes of contaminated soil had been treated or removed across defence sites to mitigate the spread, Assistant Defence Minister Peter Khalil said.

Another 13 billion litres of water has also been treated since PFAS contamination was identified in certain communities.

"This is not a case about personal injury or health claims," Mr Khalil said.

"It is solely focused on the environmental, economic and cultural impacts and the costs that we've incurred in dealing with those impacts.

"The current advice is that there is limited evidence

of the health impacts of PFAS exposure or contamination."

3M stressed it never manufactured PFAS in Australia and ceased local sales of the problematic products about two decades ago.

"Despite this, the Department of Defence continued to use PFAScontaining fire fighting foams for nearly two decades longer, as noted in a recent legislative committee report," the company said in a statement.

"We will defend ourselves against these claims through the legal process."

A Senate inquiry in November recommended legal action against 3M and said any settlement should be used to fund remediation of contaminated sites.

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Extra apprentices for Hunter

AN extra 1000 apprentices and trainees have been employed across the public sector, to tackle skills shortages in essential

services.

More than half are based in regional NSW.

The highest participation rates outside Sydney are in

the Hunter and Central Coast (114) followed by the North Coast and Mid North Coast (110).

“More than three

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quarters of these roles are aligned to critical skills areas including construction and infrastructure, net zero and energy transition, healthcare,

Lidia Thorpe, who chaired the inquiry, said the lawsuit must not be treated as a budget cost-recovery exercise and criticised the government for downplaying PFAS's health impacts.

"The government must finally come clean about the health risks posed by these toxic chemicals, update its public health advice, and provide proper health support for affected communities," she said.

"[The] announcement is a significant step, but we cannot stop here."

While the science around PFAS is evolving, the federal health department says the chemicals are associated with low birth weight in babies and altered levels of hormones.

Specific chemicals such as PFOA and PFOS are linked

digital, and advanced manufacturing,” Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education Steve Whan said.

Women account for 45 percent of the cohort, reflecting growing participation

with an increased risk of testicular and kidney cancer.

In 2018, the Department of Defence warned locals near the Richmond Air Base to reduce their intake of local fish and eggs after PFAS was found in the groundwater nearby.

Australia banned the import, use and manufacture of PFOA, PFOS and PFHxSanother PFAS chemical - in 2025.

A European Unioncommissioned study estimated the economic cost of PFAS pollution in the region would reach €440 billion ($A716 billion) if current levels continued until 2050.

A draft universal PFAS restriction proposal has been submitted by the European Chemicals Agency for consultation.

in apprenticeships and traineeships across a broad range of industries.

“This is just one step along the path to boosting the value of vocational education and rebuilding TAFE,” Premier Chris Minns said.

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Saving Finnan Park playground

By Nico LOMBARDO

THE Finnan Park playground, situated next to the Grahamstown Dam in Raymond Terrace, has been slated for removal in June, having been fenced off for several months.

Hunter Water Corporation has stated that the equipment, which they own, is no longer safe to use and they do not operate playgrounds as part of their core services.

Port Stephens Council has approved a notice of motion, put forward by Cr Giacomo Arnott, to attempt to prevent the closure of the park.

In reply to Hunter Water’s statement, Cr Arnott said he found the reference to the park not being a core service “interesting”.

“Because their annual report lists a whole bunch of initiatives that it undertakes in the community that don’t fit under any of their core services of undertakings,” he said.

“It costs $150k on average to build a playground.

“In the last financial year, Hunter Water’s annual report showed it brought in $447m in income, holding on to $7.4m as a final profit that they didn’t have anything to spend on.”

Cr Paul La Mottee added: “They can’t say they don’t have the funds for it.

“What they don’t have is the appetite for it.”

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councillors unanimously agreed with the motion, citing their own memories of the park and the importance of the playground to the community.

“As a little kid, I used to go there to use the equipment, and I even hosted some of my own kids’ birthday parties there,” recounted Cr Nathan Errington.

Cr Ben Niland stated that, “With the costof-living crisis, there’s probably lots of families that use Finnan Park as a way to still try and create happy times with their kids.”

Port Stephens Council will write to the

Managing Director of Hunter Water, as well as to the Member for Port Stephens, the NSW Minister for Water, the NSW Minister for Finance, and the NSW Treasurer, to bring the matter to their attention and to resolve the issue.

Cr Arnott also urged councillors and locals to sign and share a petition calling for Hunter Water to fix and reopen the playground. This can be found on his Facebook page. Hunter Water has been contacted for further comment.

q The fenced-off playground in Finnan Park, which is scheduled to be removed next month. Photo: Nico Lombardo.

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Go-ahead for Salamander Bay rezoning

By Nico LOMBARDO

PLOTS of land in Salamander Bay will be rezoned to achieve environmental and community development goals, with a special focus on koalas.

In 2023, Port Stephens Council began investigating lots situated near 22 Homestead Street, 30 Homestead Street and 1 Diemars Road, originally designated for public recreation.

After a process of thorough analysis and community consultation, it’s been decided that seven percent of that land (1.29 ha) will be rezoned for residential developments, while the remaining 93 percent (16.3 ha) will be used for environmental purposes and koala conservation.

“This has been a long-term project of mine since the last term of Council,” said Mayor Leah

Anderson.

“It not only is forming, but forever protecting a significant koala corridor.

“Future residential planning needs to be underpinned by koala-sensitive principles.”

The Port Stephens Koala and Wildlife Preservation Society, which is responsible for the planting of koala feed, will keep operating on the land.

Cr Roz Armstrong stated that this project “is an example of good planning, which is not about choosing between homes and the environment, but about how we can achieve both carefully, transparently, and for the long term. “Environmental assets are not obstacles to growth, they are part of the foundation of our local economy, our health, and our lifestyle.

“Future residents will live with the consequences of whether we planned carefully,

protected key environmental values, and made room for a growing population in a sensible way.”

Council also agreed that any net revenue generated by the future sale of these lots for residential development will be retained in a separate fund.

The money will then be used for vegetation management plans and broader environmental projects.

Councillors unanimously approved the development of a proposal for the rezoning of the land.

Once completed, it will be put out for public consultation.

Cr Armstrong commended the way that community engagement was conducted, saying that “the process commenced with consultation from community groups rather than leaving it to later and last, as often is the case.”

High school reaches milestone

CONSTRUCTION has “topped out” on the new high school at Medowie, with Port Stephens MP Kate Washington recently joining future students onsite to celebrate the highest concrete pour of the school’s brand-new three storey building.

Medowie’s first public high school will serve a community whose population is expected to increase by more than 4,000 residents by 2040.

"Everything's on the up in Medowie with our new high school reaching its highest point, bringing us another step closer to welcoming the first students in 2027,” Ms Washington said.

"It's very special to be marking this milestone with future students - they're the reason our community never gave up on its fight for the school.

"Thank you to the construction crews for powering through the build, we've all been watching in awe at the pace of progress.”

The school will include modern classrooms, including facilities for specialist support classes, specialist workshops for science, wood and metalwork, and creative

and performing arts, a new multipurpose hall, library, administration, canteen, and outdoor play and sport facilities.

In attendance was Kylee Beasley, who will serve as principal of the new school.

“It is a special feeling to be here with our future students, standing in the structure

for environmental purposes.

of what will soon be our school. It makes everything feel very real,” said Ms Beasley.

“These spaces will soon be filled with the energy of students beginning their high school journey.

“I am counting down the days until we open our doors and our students can make

this space their own.” Road and infrastructure upgrades on Abundance Road and Ferodale Road will be delivered to improve traffic flow and provide safe student pick-up, drop-off and pedestrian access ahead of the school's opening.

Enrolments for the school’s first Year 7 cohort for Day 1 Term 1 2027 are open via edu.nsw.link/NewHSMedowie-Enrol

Opera in the church

ACCOMPLISHED performer, conductor, researcher and teacher Dr Jennifer Barnes will be singing at Port Stephens Uniting Church on 7 June.

Dr Barnes will perform during the Sunday Service starting at 9.30am.

Starting as a child performer on NBN’s Swallows Juniors in the 1960s, Dr Barnes graduated to contemporary music with New Life Singers.

Her love of singing developed through singing art song, oratorio, a capella and opera - firstly with Hunter groups such as the Newcastle University Choir, Newcastle City Choir, The Hunter Orchestra, Hunter Consort of Voices, Sound Construction Company and Opera Hunter. As well as the Gosford City and

Philharmonia Choirs.

In 1997, she became a principal artist with Opera Australia.

After making her oratorio debut with Newcastle University Choir, Dr Barnes became their Artistic Musical Director from 2009 to 2011, returning in 2014 and 2015 for major WW1 and WW2 anniversaries.

She is now operating her own teaching studio in partnership with her husband, and is a voice examiner for the Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB).

In January 2024, Dr Barnes was awarded an OAM for her services to opera and the community.

Men’s Shed’s annual donations

THE Raymond Terrace Men’s Shed has demonstrated its strong commitment to the Port Stephens community, presenting its annual donations to local charities and service organisations on Friday 22 May.

A total of 10 community groups each received a $2,000 donation in recognition of their ongoing service to residents across the region.

This year’s recipients were the Raymond Terrace View Club, Royal Flying Doctor Service, Hunter Prostate Cancer Awareness Group, Riding for the Disabled Raymond Terrace and Lower Hunter, Little Wings, Raymond Terrace Early Education Centre, Port Stephens Marine Rescue, 2NURFM Radio, Raymond Terrace Heart and Soul, and Port Stephens Family and Neighbourhood Centre.

The Neighbourhood Centre also received a special supplementary donation to support the establishment of its new Women’s Shelter.

To assist families entering the shelter, many of whom are escaping domestic violence, the Men’s Shed presented a large selection of handmade wooden toys, crafted by members in their workshop.

These toys are intended to bring comfort, play, and moments of joy to children experiencing significant hardship, reflecting the Men’s Shed’s commitment to supporting vulnerable families within the community.

The Raymond Terrace Men’s Shed extends its appreciation to all members, volunteers, and supporters whose efforts make these annual contributions possible.

Boost for Raymond Terrace RDA

ROTARY Raymond Terrace and Terrace Central have donated $5,000 to Riding for the Disabled (RDA).

The funds are the combined proceeds of the Terrace Central Community Christmas Day event on 22 November 2025, and Rotary’s support of the RDA Superheroes Dinner Dance held the following weekend.

In thanking both organisations, and the community members who supported the fundraising events, the management of RDA Raymond Terrace and Lower Hunter said the funds would be used to look after the welfare of its horses.

This involves ensuring they remain in good health by providing the right feed, vaccinations and dentistry checks.

Flood response report released

A REPORT has been published examining the NSW Reconstruction Authority’s response to the severe weather event that hit the east coast in May 2025.

The review was undertaken by the Joint Select Committee on the NSW Reconstruction Authority, composed of MPs from across the political spectrum.

“This inquiry had a focus on the severe weather event that struck the broader NSW east coast in May 2025, particularly on the Mid North Coast region including Taree and surrounds,” said committee chair and Labor MP Clayton Barr.

In the report’s foreword, Mr Barr warned of the consistently high level of demand on the Authority.

“This single agency (NSW Reconstruction Authority) is expected to be so many things to so many people under a wide range of circumstances,” he said.

“Whether it is a power outage in the Far West, a flood in the Central West, a landslip on the North or South Coast, fires raging through the Hunter Valley, or a terrorist attack on the beaches of Sydney, we are increasingly turning to the NSW Reconstruction Authority for action.

“I have a personal concern that there must come a limit to the capacity of this one agency and that future government should be mindful of such a limitation.”

Broadly the Committee found that the Authority has strengthened its disaster recovery efforts since its establishment in 2022, however further improvements are needed to better support impacted communities over the long term.

The report makes 23 recommendations aimed at improving the Authority’s operations, including:

• Strengthening interagency coordination and partnerships with local councils and community organisations;

• Expanding existing initiatives to support impacted individuals to 'tell their story once’ following a disaster;

• Clarifying the Authority’s use of planning powers and interventions, including making improvements to the Resilient Homes Program;

• Increasing investment in disaster resilience and preparedness initiatives;

• Prioritising improvements to streamline payments to local councils as a matter of urgency.

Mr Barr said the review highlighted the importance of a community-led approach to disaster recovery.

“By working closely with local councils, community organisations and social service providers, the Authority can better support people who are most vulnerable in the wake of a disaster."

PBL winners Term 2 Week 6

The report also highlights the need for continued improvements to disaster funding arrangements to ensure support reaches affected communities quickly and efficiently.

"Recovery is a long journey, and many communities are still rebuilding after this

HERE are the winners of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) awards for Term 2 Week 6.

Irrawang Public School: Mikaylah has been nominated for helping out with cooking a BBQ for her Rugby League team to raise money. Well done Mikaylah.

Raymond Terrace Public School: Jack has been recognised for demonstrating kindness and consideration for others through a selfless act of generosity and inclusion.

Grahamstown Public School: Ivy Shearman is nominated for her outstanding leadership and positive contribution to our school community. During a recent writing workshop visit, Ivy warmly welcomed visiting students from another school, making them feel included and supported throughout the day. She consistently demonstrated kindness, initiative and responsibility, always offering help where needed and leading by example. Ivy is a wonderful role model who proudly demonstrates our school’s PBL values within the wider community.

Irrawang High School: Gabbi recently travelled to Orlando, Florida, to compete at The Dance Worlds and The Summit Championships with her Attitude Dance and Cheer teams. Four of six performances reached the finals, with the Junior Jazz team placing an impressive 8th overall against strong international competition. Always demonstrating our school values of Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best. Congratulations Gabbi!

Hunter River High School: Julia has been nominated in recognition of her conscientious

“We hope the Committee's recommendations will ensure the Authority is providing the best possible support to help communities build back better," Mr Barr said.

approach to learning and her outstanding performance in the Distance Education course, German Beginners. While studying at another school, she continues to represent our school with excellence.

Salt Ash Public School: Lennore has been nominated for this award for the positive and respectful way she supported students and staff during the Mother’s Day Stall. She consistently demonstrated our school values by offering help wherever it was needed, showing kindness, responsibility and a willingness to assist others. Lennore’s caring attitude and positive contribution helped make the event a success! Well done, Lennore! Medowie Public School: Arthur is being nominated for his school representation at the Medowie Anzac Day dawn service. He delivered an exceptional speech during the service, moving all by his words. Congratulations Arthur, on being an outstanding school citizen. Seaham Public School: Dawson is an outstanding school leader who always models respectful, responsible behaviour. At the recent community Anzac service at East Seaham, Dawson researched and delivered an outstanding ANZAC speech about a local community member who fought during World War 1.

Karuah Public School: Braxton is being nominated for cleaning up broken glass within the community. He helped to remove the risk of others getting hurt if they fell off their scooters or bikes and he helped to reduce the likelihood of broken tyres. Well done Braxton!

Shoal Bay is the people’s choice

SHOAL Bay has been recognised as the People’s Choice Winner in the Small Tourism Town category at the 2026 NSW Top Tourism Town Awards.

Presented by the NSW Tourism Association, the People’s Choice Award is determined by public vote, recognising destinations that create memorable visitor experiences and meaningful connections with both visitors and locals.

Destination Port Stephens CEO Jo Thomas said the award was an acknowledgement of Shoal Bay’s unique appeal and the collaborative efforts of local businesses, tourism operators and the wider community.

“This recognition is

incredibly special because it has been voted by the public,” Ms Thomas said.

“It reflects the passion and pride our local businesses and community have in showcasing Shoal Bay as one of NSW’s most loved coastal destinations.

“Shoal Bay continues to captivate visitors with its natural beauty, relaxed coastal lifestyle, exceptional dining experiences, and world-class nature-based attractions.

“This award reinforces the strength of our destination and the experiences we collectively deliver.”

Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson said the recognition highlighted the importance of tourism to the local economy and community.

“We are incredibly proud to see Shoal Bay recognised

at a state level,” Ms Anderson said.

“This award is a

Little known story of iconic jet

By Ruby VAN DE WIJGAART

ALTHOUGH the iconic CA-27 Sabre jet no longer stands in Raymond Terrace’s Bettles Park, the aircraft continues to preserve a remarkable piece of Australian aviation history at Fighter World.

strong connection between Raymond Terrace and RAAF Base Williamtown.

returned to display condition in 2016.

During its first test flight on 3 August 1953, the Avon Sabre became the first aircraft in Australia to break the sound barrier.

The aircraft entered Royal Australian Air Force service

Known as A94-959, the aircraft was built at the Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation factory in Melbourne and became part of aviation history before it even entered service.

in 1957 and later travelled throughout Australia and Southeast Asia during the Cold War era.

In 1959, A94-959 flew through Townsville, Darwin, Biak, Guiuan and Labuan on its way to RAAF Butterworth in Malaya, following a route specifically chosen to avoid Indonesian airspace.

The Sabre also became

part of the famous 76 Squadron “Black Panthers” aerobatic team in 1965 before being retired from service in 1974.

In 1981, the Raymond Terrace Lions Club secured the retired fighter jet as a memorial, recognising the

For more than three decades, the Sabre became one of the region’s most recognisable landmarks before corrosion forced its removal in 2013.

Following an extensive restoration project at Fighter World, the aircraft was

However, its preservation remains temporary.

Fighter World said the aircraft “has some significant corrosion issues”, and the aircraft has undergone a second round of restoration. They now fear they “won’t be able to preserve it forever.”

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This service is provided free of charge to patients and continues due to the generosity of our volunteer drivers, financial grants and donations received from the local community.

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On the Couch

By Paul DORIN

Verse of the week

By Lynne MILES

By JASMINDA

Dear Jasminda,

When I travel with my partner on a plane, he ignores the safety announcements and instead reads a book. I feel like if something goes wrong, I'm the only one who will be able to assist.

Bettina L.

Dear Bettina,

I've come across a range of different travellers over the years. Because I am a nervous flyer, my

pre-flight observation skills are heightened and so I take mental notes of passengers. They fall into a few broad categoriesthose who look as though they've consumed three wines before their 10am flight; the confident business people who fly twice a week; the over-prepared passengers with their travel pillows, eye pillows, weighted blanket, rosewater spray, face mask, fluffy socks and lightweight baggage; and the mellow husbands who have left every part of the itinerary to their wives. I'm putting your partner in this category. He's already relaxed by the time he's on the plane. He doesn't have any of that residual “did we pack the passports and visas?” panic, because he's offloaded that to you. Once he's seated, your partner may as well be dosed up on Valium. He is in an oasis of calm that will not be interrupted by instructions for an event that has

Stargazing: smartphone astronomy

Stargazing

By Dave RENEKE

WINTER astronomy in Australia comes with a bonus much of the world would envy: crisp, clear skies that seem polished overnight.

Right now, in the Hunter and Mid North Coast, the heavens are putting on a dazzling performance.

Tonight, step outside with me into your own backyard observatory. No ticket needed. Just curiosity.

And here’s the spooky part.

The starlight hitting your eyes tonight began its journey hundreds, sometimes thousands, of years ago.

Some of those stars might not even exist anymore.

Yet their ancient light is only arriving now.

Every time you look up, you’re peering into history itself. Forget Hollywood time machines, your telescope is one.

New to astronomy? Don’t panic about learning all those stars and constellations.

Nobody becomes an overnight Galileo sitting indoors glued to a keyboard.

Astronomy is wonderfully hands-on. The best classroom on Earth is the night sky itself.

Ironically, the very thing people blame for keeping us indoors - our phones and tablets - can become the

perfect guide to the cosmos.

Modern astronomy apps are astonishingly clever.

Point your phone skyward and suddenly the universe introduces itself.

One of the best is the free mobile app SkyView.

It identifies almost everything above your head in seconds.

Curious about the Moon? Try The Moon for craters, phases, and lunar details.

Then there are the free ISS Flyover apps, which alert you when the International Space Station glides overhead like a silent UFO carrying astronauts travelling at 28,000 kilometres an hour.

But wait until you try Star Chart.

This little beauty turns your tablet or laptop into a virtual planetarium.

Using GPS technology, it maps every visible star and planet above you in real time. It feels less like software and more like science fiction.

If you really want to tumble down the rabbit hole, install Stellarium. It’s free, astonishingly realistic, and dangerously addictive. Hours vanish before you know it.

Another favourite is Celestia, which lets you roam through the universe like the captain of your own starship.

Humanity’s fascination with the stars stretches back tens of thousands of years.

Indigenous cultures worldwide used the sky as a calendar, compass, storybook, and spiritual map.

Long before GPS, the stars guided entire civilizations across oceans and deserts.

And here’s a surprise: your smartphone can now double as an astro-camera. Seriously.

Today’s phones are remarkably good at capturing the night sky. You don’t need expensive equipment or a degree in astrophysics.

A cheap tripod helps, although I’ll confess I’ve used Blu-Tac and sticky tape in desperate moments.

Want to photograph the Moon through your telescope? Easy.

Modern phone adapters like the Celestron NexYZ 3-Axis Universal

next to no chance of eventuating, particularly since you booked Etihad due to its outstanding safety record.

Let your partner be. I'm sure his adrenaline will kick into action if an emergency situation develops. You, by contrast, will be in full control, knowing exactly how many steps to the emergency exit, your life jacket will be on but not inflated as per the instructions, and you will have the oxygen mask affixed to your face while your partner is madly navigating the situation, blowing his safety whistle, getting caught in his seatbelt, fighting with another passenger, and ultimately being restrained by the flight attendant.

Keep up your efficiency, Bettina. Flight safety relies on people like you.

Smartphone Adapter make it simple to capture lunar craters, eclipses, Saturn’s rings, and even bright planets.

For night photography, the mobile app NightCap Camera is brilliant.

Hold your phone steady, tap the shutter, and suddenly your backyard starts looking like a NASA press release.

The universe is waiting outside tonight.

Jupiter, star clusters, shooting stars, maybe even a passing satellite or two. All from your own backyard. Who knows? One glance upward might spark the same wonder that inspired generations before us to ask the biggest question of all: what’s out there?

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Road priorities

DEAR News Of The Area,

I do not understand the Council’s priorities in fixing our roads.

Norburn Avenue (Nelson Bay) and Ajax Avenue have recently been resurfaced.

Both are residential streets in a quiet area with hardly any traffic and no potholes.

Why is Council spending money

in these areas when major avenues that really need attention are ignored?

Writers’ Festival ‘live’ in Port Stephens

By Nico LOMBARDO

THE 2026 edition of the Sydney Writers’ Festival has come to Port Stephens.

Thanks to “Live and Local” livestreams shown at the Raymond Terrace Library and the Tomaree Library and Community Centre, residents were able to access the much-loved Festival without having to travel all the way to Sydney.

Ann Mossop, artistic director of the Sydney Writers’ Festival, had a special message for those watching from afar.

“We’re really delighted to have you here,” Ms Mossop said.

“Of course, one day we want you to join us for the Festival in Sydney, but meanwhile we can’t wait to share the amazing writers in our program.

“Bringing writers and readers together is what we do.

“Thanks for doing your part and enjoy the conversations.”

This marks the third year that Port Stephens Libraries have broadcast the Festival for free.

The Festival can also be viewed via livestream at home, however tickets are required for each day.

Numbers at the local libraries were strong across the Festival, with attendees describing the experience as “thrilling” and “enriching for the soul”.

Attendees to the livestream even had the opportunity to submit questions for the Festival’s star authors.

The line-up for day one saw English philosopher A.C. Grayling discussing the future of democracy; Yann Martel, Robbie Arnott and

Stinker’s Fishin: Rocky Point

Stinker's Stories

By John 'Stinker' CLARKE

ROCKY Point is one of the best kept fishing secrets in Port Stephens.

Accessible by both 4x4 and boat, this rocky outcrop and the surrounding beaches and bays have a fascinating history of fishing, lobstering and the mining of shell grit.

Big Rocky, as the name suggests, is a big rocky outcrop just far enough off the mainland to make it a challenge to reach.

Years back, a flying fox line from the mainland to the rock was erected and parts of the structure have withstood time to still be in place.

No longer serviceable, the old structure does give us an insight into the efforts of recreational fishers to reach this fishing hot spot.

Considered a great platform for snapper, kingfish, mulloway, bream, luderick, drummer, tailor, salmon and groper.

Now that the flying fox has

Tasma Walton presenting their historical fiction novels; beloved Australian chef Stephanie Alexander highlighting her updated cookbook; and David Szalay tracing the evolution of his prize-winning work, Flesh.

On day two, new books by Susan Choi, Trent Dalton and Florence Knapp were presented; author Amitav Ghosh and researcher Luke Kemp revisited the past to find solutions to present-day problems; and novelist Mick Herron discussed the intricacies around adapting novels for the screen.

Finally, day three featured a collaboration between Sydney Writers’ Festival and University of NSW’s Resilient Democracy Lab, in a talk hosted by Nick Bryant and Rosalind Dixon about democracy and Trump’s America.

rusted away, very rarely do fishers reach the rock, many preferring to motor from the beach launching sites at Fingal and Boat Harbour. It is not only Big Rocky that

provides excellent fishing options.

There is great rock fishing from the northern corner of Samuari Beach to Skate Bay and further north to the quiet bays on either side

of Big Rocky.

These bays are gathering places for squid as the sea flattens.

These areas can be reached by 4x4 vehicle turning off Gan Gan

Road.

A rough track will lead you to Rocky Point, which is a wonderful place to visit whether you are fishing or not.

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EV charging boost for Port Stephens

By Nico LOMBARDO

PORT Stephens Council is exploring the idea of electric vehicle chargers in the area, noting market trends and economic opportunities.

During the latest Council meeting, Cr Roz Armstrong and Cr Jason Wells put forward a motion requesting that EV charging installations be included in future strategic plans.

“People who own an EV plan their trips around EV charging stations,” said Cr Wells.

“In Port Stephens, we don’t have these ‘destination chargers’.

“It’s an economic development opportunity, it’s a tourism opportunity, it’s an opportunity to modernise our key public spaces.

Cr Wells also clarified that any future EV charger would be installed at no cost to ratepayers.

Cr Armstrong outlined further benefits of this strategy.

“Electric vehicles are no longer a niche technology,” she said.

“In 2026, it is expected that EV vehicles will make up 15.6 percent of car sales [in NSW].

“The market is moving, the State is investing, and Local Government has a real opportunity to shape where the benefits land.”

Cr Armstrong went on to say that “public EV charging is an issue of fairness and access”;

that it supports cleaner air and long-term emissions reduction and that the M1 highway extension will provide an opportunity for signage ensuring that Raymond Terrace and the LGA are not bypassed by EV-owners travelling around Australia.

“I can see it now: ‘Stop, revive, survive, and recharge, in Raymond Terrace!’”

Cr Giacomo Arnott talked about the economic benefits that could be gained by placing chargers in strategic locations.

“If people are travelling up the freeway and they need an EV charger… and we are charging $2 per kWh or something ridiculous like that,

could attract more travellers.

they’re not gonna have a choice, they’re gonna have to stop in and put some juice and we’re gonna collect the dollars from it.”

Councillors unanimously agree that no EV charging station should impede or replace priority parking.

“Unfortunately, in a neighbouring Council, I did see disabled parking painted over with electric vehicle charging output,” commented Cr Mark Watson.

Cr Wells confirmed that he’s fully supportive of ensuring that “any accessible parking is protected as part of any future design process.”

Index compares connectivity quality

THE NSW Government has released an online tool for comparing connectivity quality across the state, producing some surprising outputs for the Hunter and MidCoast regions.

The NSW Digital Connectivity Index, accessible via the NSW Government website, breaks digital connectivity down into three key areas:

• Access: how strong is the coverage, how well the network performs and how many options are available.

• Affordability: if people can afford the connectivity technology options available based on their income.

• Demographics: how age, income and education shape the way people use digital services.

The Index uses public data from government and commercial sources, and “desktop research” to give “a full picture of digital connectivity in each region throughout NSW”.

Mobile coverage data for Optus, Telstra and TPG is current as of January 2024.

Broadband coverage data for NBN Co. is current as of March 2024.

Broadband performance data, including for providers like SpaceX Starlink, covers the period from August 2023 to July 2024.

The Index score is described as a “measure of the quality and effectiveness of digital connectivity in a selected area”.

It indicates the capability of a location to support various digital activities, such as remote work, online learning, or mobile internet usage.

The higher the score, the more favourable the conditions for digital activities in that area.

Communities with Index scores between 81-100 are highly likely to be able to reliably conduct digital activities such as working, video conferencing and accessing telehealth.

Areas with scores from 1-20 are highly unlikely to be able to access those services.

Index results across the Hunter region are a mixed bag and locals may find them hard to believe.

Port Stephens results

The Port Stephens areas with the top listed results include Campvale (88), Tilligerry Creek (99), Fishermans Bay (89) and Taylors Beach (81).

Raymond Terrace scored 46, Medowie 61, Nelson Bay 50, Anna Bay 61, Shoal Bay 58, One Mile 73 and Corlette 71.

Myall Coast results

Tea Gardens was given a score of 52, Hawks Nest 67, Karuah 48, Bulahdelah 53 and North Arm Cove 64.

Bundabah scored 37, Allworth received 32, and Tahlee scored zero.

Topping the results for the Myall Coast area was Mungo Brush, with a score of 96.

Dungog/Stroud results

In the Dungog Shire, Dungog scored 48, Gresford 58, Paterson 67, Clarence Town 65 and Vacy 55.

Allynbrook received a score of zero, while Bandon Grove scored 24.

In neighbouring MidCoast Council, Stroud Hill scored zero while Stroud scored 47.

Gloucester results

The town of Gloucester received a score of 53, while Barrington scored 43 and Stratford 55.

Wards River scored 11, Monkerai 10 and Waukivory 22.

q Stroud Hill received a NSW Digital Connectivity Index score of zero. Photo: NSW Gov.

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Workman inspires Gropers’ 26-20 rugby victory

By Chris KARAS

JUST like his surname, Nelson Bay first grade forward Mitch Workman is a teak-tough warrior on the rugby field.

The powerful number eight produced another non-stop performance in the Gropers’ hard-fought 26-20 victory over Cooks Hill Brown Snakes in Hunter Suburban Rugby Presidents Cup action last weekend at Bill Strong Oval.

Workman and busy flanker Hayden Wilson led the way as the Nelson Bay side chalked up its fourth win of the season to consolidate second spot on the competition ladder with 21 points - three behind premiership pacesetters Singleton Red Bulls on 24.

After a week-long deluge the rain finally cleared last Friday afternoon with hardworking club stalwarts Brad McLeay and son Nathan McLeay clearing drains to enable the Groperdome to present in very good condition for the key Indigenous Round clash with the Brown Snakes. Cooks Hill silenced the local crowd when they jumped to an early 8-0 lead with a slick try by winger Harrison Newman and penalty goal by fullback Juan Kritzinger.

A feature of the win was the punishing defence of Workman, Wilson, inspirational captain Sam Rocher and hooker Liam Keating, which kept the Brown Snakes at bay.

They were ably

supported by props McLeay and Jake Affleck and locks Ronan O’Çonnell and John Lundie who found space around the tiring Cooks Hill defence and started turning the giant Brown Snakes forward pack around to put the Gropers on the march up-field.

Astute kicking from fly half Will Clark pinned the Brown Snakes in their 22 and the forwards took control with several rolling mauls.

Nelson Bay hit back when rookie centre Harry Andersen darted over to score near the posts with promising fullback Liam Pietrasek adding the extras.

Clever halfback Kade Redmond ignited the Gropers backline with sharp running out wide -

paving the way for a try by winger Zac Summerfield and a Pietrasek sideline conversion for a 14-8 lead.

After the interval, Nelson Bay coach Michael Squires injected speed and size into the match with winger Brayden McMaster, lock Shane Jarvis and prop Riley Byfield taking the field.

Cooks Hill bridged the gap with a crucial try before Squires introduced hooker Keating, lock Taraq Hall and flanker Ollie Edwards.

With the Gropers scrum gaining control, the mercurial Clark put a kick through for centre Andersen to swoop and outpace defenders to score in Groper corner - much to the delight of the crowd on the Presidential Deck.

q Nelson Bay’s tireless prop Jake Affleck breaks through the Cooks Hill defence during the club’s 26-20 triumph in Hunter Suburban Rugby last weekend at Bill Strong Oval.

A huge clearing kick from Clark saw a good chase from winger Thomas Akbal, enabling him to put pressure on the Brown Snakes by toeing the ball forward allowing fullback Liam Pietrasek to pounce with a miraculous pick-up off his toes at full speed to

score under the posts. Nelson Bay Gropers have the long weekend off before starting a four-match road trip - commencing with a drive up the valley to play Scone Brumbies on Saturday June 13 at Scone Rugby Club with kick off at 3pm.

Injured midcourt ace Millah ruled out of State titles

By Chris KARAS

NELSON Bay’s 15-years netball representative team received a savage blow on the eve of the State senior netball championships with the loss of talented midcourter Millah Brown.

was tipped to be one of the shining lights for the Nelson Bay contingent at this year’s State titles.

weekend.

Millah capped a memorable 2025 season in the Nelson Bay Association by tasting championship success with her award-winning Lava Girls teammates.

Brown will be joined on the sidelines by injured team mate Haizel Bird.

q Emerging Nelson Bay midcourter Millah Brown will miss the State senior netball titles in Sydney after breaking her ankle in a recent club fixture. She is pictured receiving her Junior Umpire of the Year Award from former Nelson Bay Netball Association president Ashleigh Martin.

Paddlers prepare for

By Chris KARAS

PORT Stephens’ finest paddlers are gearing up for this Sunday’s gruelling Ord River Marathon.

After 10 months of intensive training, a batch of warriors from the Port Stephens Dragon Boat Club based at Soldiers Point will compete in the annual 55-kilometre marathon paddle down Western Australia’s mighty Ord River.

Held each year across the June long weekend, the

Tanilba

By Ian WILLIAMS

The rising prospect broke her ankle in a recent club fixture and will miss the prestigious three-day event, which will be held from this Saturday June 6 to next Monday June 8 at Kellyville Netball Courts.

It is a huge setback for the dedicated Brown, who

After impressive performances at representative carnivals in the Hunter Region this year, all-rounder Millah loomed as a player to watch in the 15-years squad under the coaching of experienced mentor Fiona McGrath.

After five rounds the North Stars are entrenched in the top three and downed the previously undefeated Wests Leagues Panthers 37-32 at the National Park courts last

annual Ord River Marathon

spectacular event stretches from the Lake Argyle Dam wall to the Celebrity Tree Boat Ramp in Lilly Lagoon, Kununurra.

Paddlers enjoy the enthralling Kimberley landscape while making amazing memories.

The event is highly scenic but also requires a high level of endurance fitness.

Port Stephens Dragon Boat Club president Karyn Price said that the Ord River Marathon is not a race.

“It is a unique event hosted

Bay Veterans Golf

RESULTS OF PLAY FOR 19th May 2026. The weather was a little cool and drizzly but reasonable for golf, a lovely late autumn day. We played a 2 Person Stableford Multiplyer game over the back 9 holes, with the men off the white tees and ladies off the red tees. A roll up of 25 players today, thankyou for coming out in the suspect weather. Past players and visitors from other clubs are very welcome to join us, we always look forward to Tuesday's.

RESULTS OF PLAY:

by the Kununurra Dragon Boat Club where all teams support each other while traversing along the river,” she said.

Club stalwart Karyn is one of 18 Port Stephens paddlers who will travel to Western Australia to compete in the marathon.

Other paddlers include Jodie Blake, Brendon Jones, Kelly, Peter Mullen, Kate Stenhouse, Troy Vingerhoed, Sally Hickman, Andrew Hickman, Sue Peters, Judy Nisbet, Ali Parker, Jacinta Veitch, Linda Reilly, Kerry

Winners:

Steve and David Enderby.nett 42 pts

First Runners up:

Lenny Hardes and Kevin Hart.nett 40 pts

Second runners up:

Barry Disch and Ian Williams.nett 38 pts

Ball Winners: Steve Robards and Ray Stubbs.nett 33 pts.

Agland, Libby Ingersole, Kerry Jacobs and Neville Jacobs.

A strong Port Stephens crew turned in strong performances at the recent Urunga Dragon Boat Regatta hosted by the Kalang River Dragons.

Shane Ford, Mon Lampard, Sandra Lyons, Sue Peters, Linda Reilly, Sally Hickman and Andrew Hickman finished the 100m dash before linking with Central Coast and clocking an amazing time of 38:09 to secure fifth place in the 7km race.

Fred Drury and Keith Chapple.nett 30 pts c/b.

Sandra Gaskin and Peter Martyn .nett 30 pts.

Jim Carberry and Vince Schubert.nett 29 pts.

Peter Beesly and Andrew Corbett.nett 27 pts.

Grahame Glover and Ron Dews..nett 24 pts.

Gary Payseno and John Street.nett 24 pts.

She was best on court and received the Umpires Award when the Lava Girls blitzed minor premiers Bluebelles 34-22 in the grand final to clinch the Cadet Division (1517 years) title. The Lava Girls were named Team of the Year.

The promising midcourter also took out the Junior Umpire of the Year award just three weeks after being awarded her Association C badge.

Both Sally and Andrew Hickman competed in two 7km races that day - an incredible feat.

Port Stephens backed up the racing by reaching the finals in the Mixed 20s, Womens 20s, Open 10s and Womens 10s where they collected a bronze medal.

Linda Lyle, a seasoned paddler formerly of Canberra, was one of six new paddlers from the Port Stephens club that attended their first regatta.

Others included Ina George, Janine Glance-Wilson, Malcom and Rachel O’Connor.

Kim Miller and Barry Disch..nett 22 pts .

Mike Berriman and Bob Foster..nett 16 pts.

Rob McKinney and Jamie Carr..nett 13 pts

NTP 11th hole:

A grade Not Won.

B grade Not Won.

C grade not Won

D & C 18th hole:

A grade Andrew Corbett.

Nelson Bay’s revamped nine-player 15-years representative squad to compete at the State Senior Netball titles includes Alexis Scott, Kobie Clarke, Nirvana Goyne, Sophie Edwards, Talia Sloan, Lilly Holliday, Kaitlin Burgess, Ella McFadden and Millie Stallard.

Coach of the Year Linda Jones will guide the Bay’s Senior Opens representative squad with mother-daughter duo Amanda Wilks and Taylar Wilks in charge of the 17-years combination.

B Grade Sandra Gaskin.

C grade Peter Beesley LONGEST DRIVE: 12th Hole.

A grade: Jamie Carr.

B grade: John Street.

C grade: Gary Payseno. Next week, 2nd June,

2 Person Stableford Best Ball, on the front 9, men off the white markers and women off the red.

Warren boots five goals in Marlins AFL victory

By Chris KARAS

THE NELSON Bay Marlins have returned to the winners list in the 2026 AFL Hunter Central Coast Black Diamond Senior Mens Cup competition.

After a 40-point loss to second-ranked Terrigal Avoca Panthers the previous week, the Marlins rebounded with strength last Saturday and posted a 15.11 (101) to 8.4 (52) victory over the Cardiff Hawks at Dick Burwell Oval.

It was the club’s third win from five fixtures this season and lifts the team into fifth spot on the competition table with 12 points. This places them behind undefeated leaders Newcastle City (20 points), Terrigal Avoca and Killarney Vale Bombers (16), and Warners Bay Bulldogs (12).

Nelson Bay kicked three goals in the opening quarter to lead 21-1 and held a 4132 advantage at the half-time

break.

They held a six point lead (51-45) at the end of the third term before booting eight goals in the final quarter to finish on a strong note.

The Marlins were best served by Sam Norton, Hudson Roche, five-goal hero Tom Warren, Jayden Baldwin-Rymer, Tim Anderson, Noah Connick, experienced campaigner Wayd Blackburne (four goals) and representative forward

and

Billy Barton (three

There was no joy for the Nelson Bay Marlins womens team, which suffered a 10.9 (69) to 2.1 (13) loss to Cardiff Hawks in the Black Diamond Senior Womens Cup.

Best on ground for the Marlins were Annalise Norton, Charlotte Connick, Kelly van Donselaar, Keira Mamotte, Milla Gainsford and Olivia Feldman.

Central sink Hawks 24-22 in league thriller at Tomaree

By Chris KARAS

TEAK tough rugby league prop

Matthew Koellner is reaping the benefits of a successful stint in the Queensland Cup competition.

After tasting premiership success with the Burleigh Bears last season and gaining valuable experience in the Brisbane Broncos system, the inspirational forward returned to the Central Newcastle club in 2026 as a proven competitor and leader.

The Butcher Boys’ skipper broke the hearts of the Northern Hawks last Sunday in Newcastle Rugby League Denton Engineering Cup action at Tomaree Sports Ground with a match-winning

Indoor

try in the dying moments to secure a 24-22 victory.

With the gallant Hawks clinging to a 22-20 lead against the third-ranked Central team, it was the hard-running Koellner who emerged with two minutes left on the clock to crash through defenders and score a determined try and secure his club’s fifth win of the season.

It capped another strong performance by the Central leader and left Steve Simpson’s Hawks in a world of despair.

Celebrating the club’s Old Boys Day, the Northern team started the match strongly with two fine tries by winger Max Fines and the elusive Honeti Tuha for a first-half advantage.

Central hit back through to centre Caleb Faulkner, hooker

Harry Reid and fullback

Cameron Anderson before Northern forward Connor Cromarty burst through the Butcher Boys defence to give his side the lead.

With seconds left on the clock, a revved-up Koellner

showed his professional edge by skittling Hawks defenders on a 20-metre charge at the line to post a last-gasp try that secured two valuable competition points.

Northern coach Simpson will be looking for another wholehearted effort from his players this Sunday when they tackle The Entrance Tigers at 3pm.

q Northern Hawks’ first grade rugby league team suffered a heartbreaking 24-22 loss to Central Newcastle at Tomaree Sports Ground last Sunday.

stadium for Tomaree Sports Complex

By Nico LOMBARDO

PORT Stephens Council has endorsed the new masterplan for the Tomaree Sports Complex, which was revised after community feedback.

The original plan was adopted in 2018.

Since then, several of its components have been delivered, including the $3.2m Bruce Scott Pavilion for sports and youth services.

The masterplan, revised in 2025 and strongly supported by the community, will now be delivered.

This is largely due to $25,000 in funding provided by the Tomaree Sports Council.

“A couple of highlights are the increased parking and

the indoor stadium facility,”

explained Cr Mark Watson.

“These are just a couple of things that will improve the overall experience for those who use these facilities.”

The new indoor stadium, in particular, will support further bids from the Tomaree

sporting community to host regional and national events, providing new business and recreational opportunities.

Port Stephens Veteran Golfers Association

By Gary WATT

RESULTS from a Stableford competition played at Tanilba Bay GC on Monday 25th May 2026 with 34 players.

Nett Winner : Peta-Anne Slattery, 36pts. Nett Runner Up : Sue Gill, 35pts. Bonus Point Winner : Bob Sellick, 39pts.

Bonus Point Runner Up : Kel Dorney, 36pts on c/b.

Nearest the Pin, 4th Hole Division 1: Shayne Mullarvey Division 2: Jim Gill. Nearest the Pin, 11th Hole : Division 1: Greg Sessions. Division 2: Col Kerrison

because it ensures we can provide the sporting facilities needed to meet our local needs now and into the future”.

Drive & Chip,

Division 2: Peta-Anne

:

:

Ball Winners: Karen Harley 36pts, Robbie Kerehoma 36pts, Col Kerrison 35pts, Greg Sessions 35pts, Lester Lake 34pts, Brian Neale 34pts, Les Moran 33pts, Ian Dean 33pts, Gary Chapman 33pts, Michele Coleman 32pts and Fred Rimoni 32pts.

Lucky Draw Prize Winner : Graham Woolley.

considered during future detailed design phases, while also reassuring residents that the state of the older Salamander Bay Sports Complex will be addressed in the future.

“This complex plays an essential role in keeping our community connected, active, and healthy.”

Cr Roz Armstrong added, “This is a great step forward

Mayor Leah Anderson said, “Our endorsement of this revised masterplan is another major step in securing additional funding streams to realise our community’s vision for a flagship sporting hub in Port Stephens.

During the submission period, many residents requested that the indoor facility be designed in such a way to meet requirements for a range of different sports, such as squash, basketball, football and rugby.

Council confirmed that these requirements will be

“The project will help attract world-class teams to train here in the leadup to major events in Australia, which will be a fantastic outcome for our region,” said Cr Nathan Errington.

Hawks juniors earn Australian Universities representative jumpers

FROM Page 24

the Newcastle Knights Development system and starred for the Northern Hawks colts team that reached the final of the Newcastle Under 19s competition last season. That side was mentored by current Hawks first-

By Lee RANKIN

grade head coach Steve Simpson, the legendary Knights forward and Hall of Fame inductee who represented NSW and the Kangaroos with distinction.

18-year-old Roy, an industrious back rower with skill and power, is a chip off the old block.

Just like his decorated

father, young Simpson has impressed keen judges with his strong work ethic and was best on ground in the NSW University Blues’ 2824 victory over the Maroons at Leo Williams Oval in Carina.

It was the first triumph for NSW Universities men since 2023 with tough-

tackling Roy earning the official Player of the Match award after a powerhouse performance.

Both Simpson and crafty hooker Seckold have already tasted first grade with the Hawks this season in the Newcastle Rugby League Denton Engineering Cup series.

Hails, a classy halfback, represented North Sydney Bears in the NSWRL SG Ball Cup, where he turned in clever displays in the number seven jumper.

Northern Hawks club president Andrew Chapman paid tribute to the emerging trio of players and their selection in the Australian

Universities team.

“Roy, Jayden and Lachie have done the Hawks proud and deserve their spots after helping NSW win the recent Universities Interstate Challenge,” he said.

“All three are special players with bright futures ahead of them.”

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SATURDAY THE HARDACRES

ABC TV, 8.30pm

Like Downton Abbey but if Lord Grantham were an Irish dock labourer and Lady Violet a wily smuggler with a set of manners to match, this rags-to-riches tale is a breath of fresh air in the at-times stuffy period drama landscape. Loosely inspired by C.L. Skelton’s best-selling novels, the 1890s-set series follows the tight-knit Hardacre family from the moment a tragic accident leaves them on the brink of destitution. A bit of quick thinking in this eventful double-episode premiere results in wealth beyond measure and Mary and Sam (Claire Cooper and Liam McMahon, both pictured) promptly find themselves lording over a lavish Yorkshire estate.

FRIDAY, June 5

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Stuff The British Stole. (PG, R) 11.00 Restoration Aust. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Assembly. (Final, PG, R) 1.45 Bad Company. (Final, Ml, R) 2.10 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 2.55 Restoration Aust. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.35 Gardening Australia. Millie Ross visits an insect expo.

8.35 Shetland. (Mv) Calder and Tosh wrestle with the revelation of Annie’s past life.

9.35 Gruen. (PG, R) Presented by Wil Anderson.

10.10 Urzila. (Final, Mdls, R)

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)

11.45 Love Me. (M, R)

1.30 Rage New Music. (MA15+dhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

SUNDAY

GROUND UP

ABC TV, 8.30pm

In a 2014 episode of Sitch) and his team of beleaguered bureaucrats debate the prospect of building a stadium in Hobart – whether the locals want it or not. As that prophetic storyline becomes a reality, this cheeky new office comedy starring Sam Pang (pictured) imagines the creation of Tasmania’s first AFL team. Sent from Melbourne to establish the league’s 19th club, administrator Hugh Shen (Pang) quickly realises he’s in over his head. Working alongside ambitious public servant Destiny (Emma Harvie, Colin from Accounts hapless assistant Jameson (Dylan Murphy), Hugh is under pressure to select the team song and a club mascot in Sunday’s hilarious premiere.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.05 Jewels Of The Alps: Italy’s Great Lakes. (PGa, R) 11.05 Europe’s Waterways. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 The Lost City Of Ramses. (PGa, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia Women. H’lights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains. (PG)

8.30 China With Ben Fogle. (Ml)

9.50 Rock Legends. (PGs, R)

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 The King. (Return, MA15+v)

11.45 The Typist. (Malv, R)

12.50 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R)

3.55 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence. (Malsv, R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

(31) 6am Children’s Programs. 1.50pm Kangaroo Beach. 2.45 The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 4.05 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.50 BattleBots. 9.40 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.30 Merlin. 11.15 Late Programs.

MONDAY FARMER WANTS A WIFE

The women of Australia have spoken: this year’s crop of farmers is the “hottest ever”. The five rural Romeos looking for love on the reality romance series this year inspired a record number of applications, setting the bar high from the beginning of this 16th season. Grazier Alex, almond grower Jarrad, cowboy Dylan, apple cultivator Zac and dairy farmer Jason all love what they do and life on the land, but they find themselves longing for something more. All that’s about to change. Host Natalie Gruzlewski (pictured) introduces each to eight potential partners in Monday’s premiere, leaving them spoilt for choice. They get to know the city girls in a series of speed dates, before inviting five back to the farm.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Sinister Cover-Up. (2023, Mav, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: The Marry Me Pact. (2023, PGa, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

8.00 MOVIE: Angels & Demons. (2009, Mav, R) A professor and physicist race against time to find four kidnapped cardinals. Tom Hanks, Ewan McGregor, Ayelet Zurer.

10.45 MOVIE: Gunpowder Milkshake. (2021, MA15+v, R) An assassin is reunited with her mother. Karen Gillan, Lena Headey.

1.10 Quacks. (Final, MA15+as)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 5.00 NBC Today.

7TWO

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 14. Canberra Raiders v Sydney Roosters.

9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the NRL game.

10.30 MOVIE: Get Shorty. (1995, MA15+l, R) A debt collector becomes a film producer. John Travolta.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Rugby Heaven. 12.30pm Manifest. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Zookeeper. (2011, PG) 9.30 To Be Advised. 11.45 Seinfeld. 12.45am Love Island UK: All Stars.

6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R)

7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. (PGa, R) A woman with too many items wants to sell her house. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity

SATURDAY, June 6

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky.

9.00 Rage. (PG) 10.30 Rage Vault Guest Programmer. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R) 1.30 Shetland. (Mv, R) 2.30 MSO: 50 Years Of ABC Classic. 4.10 Shaun Micallef’s Going For Broke. (Final, PG, R) 5.00 Australian Story. (R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Kath & Kim. (PGals, R) Kath, Kim and Sharon go to the races.

6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (Ma)

A man is shot dead at his villa.

8.30 The Hardacres. (Premiere, PG) A working class family in 1890s Yorkshire move from a grimy fish dock to a vast country estate.

10.05 Bergerac. (Final, Mlv, R) Bergerac must negotiate for his life and solve the murder. 11.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm Wiggle. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Kangaroo

6.05

7.30

Masks. 6.25

Baking

8.10

WorldWatch. 2.00 Sailing. Sail Grand Prix. H’lights. 3.05 Stories From The Cities. (PG) 3.35 Cecil: The Real Lion King. (PG, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia Women.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 MOVIE: Next Goal Wins. (2023, Ml)

9.25 Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar. (Mal, R)

10.20 Princess Anne: The Plot To Kidnap A Royal. (PGa, R) 11.15 Snowpiercer. (MA15+v, R)

1.50 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R)

2.50 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence. (PG, R)

4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

7.05

8.55 Caper Crew. 9.15 Mr Bean: The Animated Series. 9.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.45 Merlin. 11.30 Late Programs.

Giro d’Italia Women. Stage 8. 1.50am Under The Banner Of Heaven. 3.00 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am The Movie Show.

6.40 Mr. Holmes. (2015, PG) 8.35 Lucky You. (2007, PG) 10.50 Let Me Go. (2023, M, French) 12.30pm Ghoomer. (2023, M, Hindi) 3.00 Roxane. (2019, PG, French) 4.35 The Assassin. (2015, PG, Mandarin) 6.35 Charro! (1969, PG) 8.30 True Grit. (2010, M) 10.30 Eager Bodies. (2003, MA15+, French) 12.15am The Peacemaker. (1997, MA15+) 2.30 Late Programs.

SUNDAY, June 7

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 The Assembly. (Final, PGa, R) 3.15 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure. (Final, PG, R) 4.00 Restoration Aust.

6.30 Compass: Desert Sanctuary. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Race Around The World. (Return, PG) Six filmmakers travel the world.

8.30 Ground Up. (Premiere, Ml) Follows the behind-the-scenes drama in the creation of a Tasmanian AFL team.

9.00 The Capture. (Return, MA15+v) Rachel is caught up in a deadly conspiracy.

10.00 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R)

11.00 The Hardacres. (PG, R)

12.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.00 Movin’ To The Country. (R)

4.30 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 1.30pm PJ Masks Power Heroes. 1.50 Kangaroo Beach.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 We Are Jeni. (Malv) 9.10 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. Stage 1. 11.05 Rescuing The Nile’s Sunken Temple. (R)

12.10 Australia Uncovered: Strong Female Lead. (Ma, R)

1.35 Entanglement. (PGa, R)

2.45 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence. (Ms, R)

4.20 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 PBS News Horizons.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.00 Ooops! I Bought A Pub. (PG) Shane Jacobson buys a rundown pub.

8.30 MOVIE: White House Down. (2013, Mlv, R) During a tour of the White House, a policeman springs into action to stop a group of paramilitary invaders. Channing Tatum, Maggie Gyllenhaal.

11.10 SAS: AUS v ENG. (Malv, R) 12.10 Devils. (MA15+av) 1.10 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 It’s Academic. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Dune: Part Two. (2024, Mav) Paul seeks revenge against those who destroyed his family. Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya.

10.45 MOVIE: Arrival. (2016, Mal, R) Amy Adams.

1.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.30 Soccer. Women’s

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Lady Torque

6am Morning Programs. 2.15pm Jeopardy! 4.20 France 24. 4.50 PBS Washington Week. 5.15 PBS News Compass Points. 5.45 The Frontier. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 MOVIE: Monty Python And The Holy Grail. (1975, PG) 10.10 Dinosaur. 11.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia Women. Stage 9. 1.50am Under The Banner Of Heaven. 3.00 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Better Homes And Gardens. 10.30 Auction Squad. 11.30 GetOn Extra. Noon Australia’s

(64) SBS MOVIES (32) SBS MOVIES (32)

6am Roxane. Continued. (2019, PG, French) 6.40 The Assassin. (2015, PG, Mandarin) 8.40 Charro! (1969, PG) 10.40 Point Break. (1991, M) 12.55pm Suffragette. (2015, M) 2.55 The Movie Show. 3.30 Discovering Film. 4.15 Forever Enthralled. (2008, PG, Mandarin) 6.55 Ride In The Whirlwind. (1965, PG) 8.30 First Blood. (1982, MA15+) 10.20 In The Land Of Brothers. (2024, M, Farsi) 12.05am Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The 1% Club. (PGls, R) 8.10 7NEWS Spotlight. Focuses on long-form investigations.

9.10 The Philpotts: A Very British Horror. (Malsv, R) Examines a house fire. 10.45 24 Hours In Police Custody. (Malv, R)

11.45 Autopsy USA. (Mad, R)

12.45 A Friend Of The Family. (MA15+a, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Shark! (PGal) 8.15 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.15 9News Late.

9.45 The First 48: Truly Lost. (Return, Mav) Two young men are shot and killed in a car. 10.45 American Ripper: No Rest For The Wicked. (Mav) 11.40 Love Cheats. (PGals, R) 12.35 Oz Off Road TV. (PG, R)

6.00

MONDAY, June 8

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.20 Jewels Of The Alps: Italy’s Great Lakes. (PGa, R) 11.20 Europe’s Waterways. (PGa, R) 2.00 Pompeii: The Last Mysteries Revealed. (Ma, R) 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Jeopardy! 4.25 Letters And Numbers. (R) 4.55 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia Women. H’lights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG) 8.40 Ancient Greece By Train. (R) 9.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Mother Of Chooks. (PG)

11.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. Stage 2. 1.20 Gomorrah. (Malv, R) 2.15 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence. (Mas, R) 3.50 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.20 Young Sheldon. 8.40 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.30 Chopped Junior. 10.10 Kids Baking Championship. 10.55 Late Programs.

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6am Morning

Programs. 6.55 Ride In The Whirlwind. (1965, PG) 8.25 Roxane. (2019, PG, French) 10.00 True Grit. (2010, M) Noon Jack Mimoun And The Secrets Of Val Verde. (2022, M, French) 1.55 The Assassin. (2015, PG, Mandarin) 3.55 Charro! (1969, PG) 5.50 Finding Graceland. (1998, PG) 7.40 Memory Lane. (2024, M, Dutch) 9.30 Tea With Mussolini. (1999, PG) 11.45 Late Programs.

TUESDAY, June 9

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.00 Shaun Micallef’s Going For Broke. (Final, PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.55 Restoration Aust. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGv, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

WorldWatch. 9.10 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.10 Jewels Of The Alps: Italy’s Great Lakes.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (Return, PGal)

9.00 The Rookie. (Return, Mav)

10.00 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. (R) 11.00 The Agenda Setters.

12.00 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R) 1.00 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. (R) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

Shark! (PGal) 8.45 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 1. Finals. 10.00 100% Footy. (Mal) 11.00 9News Late.

(R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 3.30pm Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny.

6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.20 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Savage Builds. 9.25 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.50 BattleBots. 10.35 Monsters Of The Deep. 11.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Living Black. (R)

11.05 Likes. (Man)

11.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. Stage 3. 1.20 Divided We Stand. (Mlv, R) 2.20 Waterman: Duke –Ambassador Of Aloha. (PG, R)

4.00 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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BBC News At Ten. 4.25 France 24. 4.55 PBS News. 5.50 Alone Finland. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 10.10 MOVIE: Godzilla Minus One. (2023, M) 12.35am Jack The Ripper: Hidden Victims. 3.20 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera Newshour.

Finding Graceland. Continued. (1998, PG) 6.55 Discovering Film. 7.45 Tea With Mussolini. (1999, PG) 10.00 In The Land Of Brothers. (2024, M, Farsi) 11.45 Memory Lane. (2024, M, Dutch) 1.35pm Ride In The Whirlwind. (1965, PG) 3.10 The Ideal Palace. (2018, PG, French) 5.00 The Red Shoes. (1948, PG) 7.30 The Seed Of The Sacred Fig. (2024, M, Farsi) 10.30 Jane Eyre. (2011) 12.45am Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Natalie Gruzlewski.

9.30 House Of Wellness. (PG) A team of industry experts, media personalities and wellness advocates shares insights and experiences to highlight living well.

10.30 The Agenda Setters.

11.30 Ambulance: Code Red. (Mamv, R) 12.30 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

WEDNESDAY, June 10

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Restoration Aust. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.50 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.20 Brush With Fame. (Ml, R) 3.00 Restoration Aust. (PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PGa, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.05 Jewels Of The Alps: Italy’s Great Lakes. (PGa, R) 11.05 Europe’s Waterways. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (R) 4.15 Patagonia. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Wonders Of The Sun With Dara Ó Briain. (R)

9.20 Coldwater. (Premiere)

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PGa, R)

11.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour

Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. Stage 4.

1.20 Michael Mosley: Truth About Sleep. (R)

2.30 The American Fuhrer. (PGav, R) 3.20 Nazi Death Marches. (Mav, R) 4.20 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 4.40pm Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 9.05 Adventure Time. 9.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.45 Late Programs.

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Shatner. 10.10 The Americans. 11.30 MOVIE: Moonfall. (2022, M) 1.55am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera Newshour.

6am The Crow’s Egg.

Continued. (2014, PG, Tamil) 6.15 The Ideal Palace. (2018, PG, French) 8.10 The Red Shoes. (1948, PG) 10.40 The Seed Of The Sacred Fig. (2024, M, Farsi) 1.40pm Finding Graceland. (1998, PG) 3.30 Tea With Mussolini. (1999, PG) 5.45 I Accidentally Wrote A Book. (2024, PG, Hungarian) 7.35 Hunt For The Wilderpeople. (2016, PG) 9.30 Pride & Prejudice. (2005) 11.55 Late Programs.

June 11

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Gruen. (PG, R) 10.35 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 11.20 Dr Karl’s How Things Work. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Capture. (Mv, R) 1.55 Spicks And Specks. (PGs, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.00 Restoration Aust. (R) 3.55 Frankie Drake. (Ma, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

Frankie Drake Mysteries. (Ma, R)

Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

Rage Closer. (R)

Gardening Australia. (R)

5.00 Poh’s Kitchen. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

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6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Ultimate Vets. 9.05 Animal Park. 10.35 Merlin. 11.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Jewels Of The Alps: Italy’s Great Lakes. (PGa, R) 10.30 WorldWatch. 11.00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Countdown Concert. 12.30 WorldWatch. 2.00 When Champollion Meets Ramses II. (PG, R) 3.00 Living Black. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Fortress Britain With Alice Roberts. (PG, R)

8.30 Saving Yellowstone. (PG)

9.25 A Gentleman In Moscow. (Ma)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Banter.

11.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour

Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. Stage 5.

1.20 Rainbow Warrior: Murder In The Pacific. (PG, R)

3.10 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R)

4.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group A. Mexico v South Africa.

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6am Morning Programs. 2.15pm Framed. 2.50 Insight. 3.55 BBC News At Ten. 4.20 France 24. 4.50 PBS News. 5.50 Alone Finland. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 10.10 The Americans. 11.05 Soccer’s American Dream. Midnight Raw Comedy 2025. 1.40 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera Newshour.

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6am Hunt For The Wilderpeople. Continued. (2016, PG) 7.45 Pride & Prejudice. (2005) 10.10 Jane Eyre. (2011) 12.20pm The Ideal Palace. (2018, PG, French) 2.15 Delfin. (2019, PG, Spanish) 3.55 The Crow’s Egg. (2014, PG, Tamil) 5.40 84 Charing Cross Road. (1987, PG) 7.30

The Lost King. (2022, M) 9.30 Iris. (2001, M) 11.10 The Daughter. (2015, M) 12.55am Hope Springs. (2012, M) 2.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)

7.30 SAS: AUS v ENG. (Malv)

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL. 9.30 Unfiltered. (PG) Hamish McLachlan chats with Mark Blicavs.

10.00 The Agenda Setters.

11.00 Australia: Now And Then. (Mal, R)

12.00 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R)

1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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6am Room For Improvement. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Farmer Wants A Wife. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Lady Torque TV. 10.30

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 3. Finals. 10.05 9News Late. 10.35 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml) 11.35 A Killer Makes A Call: A Killer In Accounts. (MA15+av, R) 12.35 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) A life hangs in the balance.

7.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (Final) Judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and KSI must decide who will be the series winner.

10.10 Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack. (Malv)

11.10 To Be Advised.

12.10 Brave New World. (MA15+asv)

1.10 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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6.00 NBN News.

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6am Morning Programs. 3.30pm Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Batman. (1989, PG) 11.05 Seinfeld. 12.05am The 100. 12.55 Love Island: Beyond The Villa. 2.00 The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City. 3.00 Jeopardy! UK. 4.00 Barbie: Dreamhouse Adventures. 4.30 I Love VIP Pets. 4.50 LEGO Friends: Girls On A Mission. 5.10 Bubble’s Hotel. 5.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 3.30pm Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30

(Premiere, MA15+avv)

Jeopardy! UK. 3.30 Surfing Aust. 4.00 Barbie: Dreamhouse Adventures. 4.30 I Love VIP Pets. 4.50 LEGO Friends: Girls On A Mission. 5.10 Late Programs.

Thursday, 4 June 2026

q Northern Hawks rugby league prospects Lachie Hails, Jayden Seckold and Roy Simpson were named in the Australian Universities representative team to

By Chris KARAS

National call-up

LUNCH SPECIAL:

Tapas - Italian Style

Available Wednesday to Friday 3 for $33 pp

Choose any three house-made regional specialities from our Italian Favourites Menu and enjoy a delicious midday escape. Perfect for sharing, tasting, and discovering new favourites.

• All guests at the table must participate in this menu.

• A la carte menu also available.

HAPPY HOUR

Friday - Sunday | 3pm - 5pm

NOW AVAILABLE during Happy Hour

Tapas - Italian Style. 3 for $33 pp

$8 Schooners

$8 Wine

$8 House Spirits Selected Cocktails $10-$15

WEDNESDAY NIGHT is Pasta Night Join us every Wednesday for a midweek indulgence: $55 pp

Two Entree-sized pasta dishes each Perfectly matched Italian white & red wine

Each week, we showcase a new regional Italian pasta specially, thoughtfully paired with fabulous wines to complement every bite.

Make your Wednesdays something to look forward to!

• All guests at the table must participate

•

Experience authentic Italian cuisine, elevated by uniquely crafted cocktails and a curated selection of

Dine

or alfresco,

OPENING HOURS:

Lunch Wednesday - Sunday 12pm - 2:30pm